„One cannot not communicate“ (Watzlawick et al. 1969/2007, p. 53 ).
Paul Watzlawick’s quote is one of the most important basic assumptions in the field of communication studies. There is no substitute for behavior, so every kind of behavior is a type of communication. Therefore, it is not possible not to communicate.
Based on this fact and the further fact that every social interaction contains a type of communication, it is important to find and study the areas where we can further our communication skills.
Since its discovery Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP) can be found in nearly every western industrial country. There are many types of training and coaching available. Companies use NLP for their human resource development, especially for their specialist and executive staff. But what is behind NLP which is likely to be announced as an omni-potent method? Is it just a profitable commercial theory or can advantages be found concerning the communication process?
The intention of the current seminar paper is an initial introduction to the wide field of NLP and to present some ways to improve communication skills.
After a short introduction, concerning the origin and development of NLP, chapter 2 presents two main principles of the NLP model. Chapter 3 will provide an overview of main elements of Neuro-linguistic Programming and the following chapter gives an overview of basic methods and techniques to show how you can develop your communication skills. The seminar paper will be completed with an overview of the fields of application and a résumé.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- 1. Introduction
- 2. What is NLP?
- 2.1 Definition
- 2.2 NLP Origins
- 2.3 Presuppositions of NLP
- 2.3.1 The map is not the territory
- 2.3.2 People make the best choice they can at that time
- 3. Models, methods and techniques of NLP
- 4. Use and Perspectives of NLP
- 5. Résumé
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This seminar paper provides an introduction to Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP), exploring its origins, principles, and techniques for improving communication skills. It aims to examine whether NLP is a viable method for enhancing communication, moving beyond its commercial aspects.
- Origins and development of NLP
- Core principles and presuppositions of the NLP model
- Key methods and techniques for improving communication
- Applications and perspectives of NLP
- Evaluation of NLP's effectiveness in communication enhancement
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
1. Introduction: This introductory chapter sets the stage by referencing Watzlawick's assertion that communication is unavoidable. It highlights the widespread use of NLP in Western societies, particularly in corporate settings, and introduces the paper's objective: to provide a foundational understanding of NLP and its potential for communication skill development. The chapter outlines the structure of the paper, previewing the subsequent exploration of NLP's origins, principles, techniques, and applications.
2. What is NLP?: This chapter delves into the definition and origins of NLP. It explains the meaning of "Neuro," "Linguistic," and "Programming" within the NLP framework, describing it as a system for understanding and altering human behavior patterns. The chapter traces NLP's development in the 1970s by Bandler and Grinder, who modeled successful psychotherapists like Virginia Satir, Milton Erickson, and Fritz Perls. Their research focused on the therapists' nonverbal behavior, language, and mental processes, leading to the derivation of general principles of human behavior and communication. The chapter concludes by introducing two core NLP presuppositions.
2.3 Presuppositions of NLP: This section focuses on two central presuppositions of NLP. First, "the map is not the territory" emphasizes that each individual possesses a unique internal representation of reality, shaped by past experiences. This subjective map influences behavior and interactions. The chapter uses a diagram to illustrate how external events are processed internally, influencing behavior. Secondly, the presupposition "People make the best choice they can at that time" highlights that every action, even seemingly negative ones, represents the best option available to an individual based on their internal map. NLP aims to help individuals develop better choices by expanding their understanding and modifying their internal maps.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), communication skills, behavior patterns, human behavior, communication models, psychotherapy, modeling, presuppositions, techniques, personal development.
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The paper highlights two core NLP presuppositions: "the map is not the territory," emphasizing that individual experiences shape internal representations of reality, influencing behavior; and "people make the best choice they can at that time," suggesting that actions, even seemingly negative ones, represent the best option based on an individual's internal map. NLP aims to help individuals make better choices by expanding their understanding and modifying their internal maps.
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Chapter 2 defines NLP, tracing its origins to the work of Bandler and Grinder, who modeled successful psychotherapists. It explains the components "Neuro," "Linguistic," and "Programming," describing NLP as a system for understanding and altering human behavior patterns. It also introduces the two core presuppositions of NLP.
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- Sandra Janicki (Author), 2010, NLP - Neuro-linguistic Programming, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/156622